MADAGASCAR
8 DAYS
LEMUR & BEACH PACKAGE
IN A NUTSHELL
Madagascar lemurs are a popular highlight for any Madagascar vacation… Combine both
highlights for a Madagascar lemur and beach holiday package Across Africa .If you’ve seen a
certain popular children’s film, then you’re probably well aware of t these distinct and unique
little creatures. You will be spoiled for choice as you make the most of your accommodation
and the activities that it has to offer. Four night of the 8-Day Beach Package will be spent at
the Vanilla Hotel – a perfectly situated accommodation on the island of Nosy Be. While
there, you can spend your days exploring secluded islands nearby, famous beaches, and the
surrounding azure waters that harbour an incredibly diverse array of ocean wildlife.The second
accommodation that you will stay in while on the Lemur and Beach Package is the Vakona
Forest Lodge, which is situated in Madagascar’s Andasibe National Park. The park is
renowned the world over for being home to the island’s biggest lemurs and during the day
you’ll be able to go in search of these awe-inspiring creatures. The final night of your Lemur
and Beach Package will be spent in the capital city of Madagascar, called Antananarivo.
Offering a different pace from what you’ve previously encountered, you’ll be immersed into the
buzz of city life and get a final delectable taste of the spice of life on the island of Madagascar.
SHORT SUMMARY
Day 1 Arrival at Nosy Be
Day 2 - 4 Nosy Be
Optional Activities – Excursions to the smaller surrounding islands off Nosy Be and/or
sailing upon a catamaran under the great Madagascan sun and/or fishing and diving trips
Day 5 Andasibe
Enjoy the scenery on the way to the Andasibe Reserve
Day 6 Nature Reserve of Andasibe
Exploring the Reserve of Andasibe
Day 7 Antananarivo
Enjoy lunch at the Reptile & Butterfly farm on the way to Antananarivo
Day 8 Transfer to the airport for your flight back home
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival at Nosy Be
You will be met and transferred on arrival in Nosy Be to the Vanilla hotel, set along the white
sandy beach on the west coast of Nosy Be. Nosy Be, also known as Nosy Manitra -"The
scented Island”, brings about fragrances of Ylang Ylang, Frangipani, Vanilla, cocoa, cinnamon
and sugar cane. As one of the most popular destinations in Madagascar, Nosy Be has much
to offer the visitor: beautiful beaches, views from the peak of Mont Passot, scuba diving and a
visit to the Ylang Ylang distillery to name but a few (all optional extras).
Accommodation: Vanilla Hotel
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BB=Bed & Breakfast / DBB= Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / FB= Full Board
Days 2 – 4: Nosy Be
Leisure excursions are offered to the smaller surrounding islands off Nosy Be, such as Nosy
Komba with a chance to view the semi-tame Black Lemurs, Nosy Tanikely for exceptional
snorkelling and Scuba diving off the island of Nosy Sakatia. An organized spice tour may be
arranged through the lodge or perhaps a ride into Hell-Ville to visit the bustling daily market a good place to pick up spices at very reasonable prices. Enjoy a sundowner at the tiny rustic
bar at the top of Mount Passot, taking in the breath-taking view of the 7 sacred crater lakes,
or why not enjoy a sail upon a catamaran under the great Madagascan sun. Fishing and diving
trips may also be arranged, or simply just enjoy a cocktail or two on the beach admiring the
hues of sunset. All these excursions are optional and for your own expense.
Accommodation: Vanilla Hotel
• BB=Bed & Breakfast / DBB= Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / FB= Full Board
Day 5 - Nosy Be - Antananarivo - Andasibe Reserve
After a leisurely breakfast, check out of Vanilla hotel and transfer to the airport for your
departing flight to Antananarivo. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport & will head to
Andasibe through the green and luxuriant vegetation of the east. This first step brings us to
the humid part of the country with many primary forests and lakes, and the landscape consists
of rice fields, waterfalls, and scarce forest stations. Along the way we will see Merina villages
in the Rocky Mountains. On arrival check-in to the hotel, and then after 19h00 enjoy a night
walk in the area of Andasibe to observe night active lemurs and other nocturnal animals, back
to the hotel where we overnight.
(If your flight means you arrive too late to partake in the night walk, it will be done on the next
evening).
Accommodation: Vakona Forest Lodge, Andasibe Hotel
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BB=Bed & Breakfast / DBB= Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / FB= Full Board
Day 6 - Natural Reserve of Andasibe
After breakfast, we take a morning visit to the Special Reserve of Andasibe, where you will
discover the many species dwelling in the forest. In particular, your guide will search for the
Indri, the largest lemurs on the island. This 810 ha reserve is unique with its endemic fauna
and flora. It contains a wide variety of orchids, canopy, and endemic animals like chameleons,
tenrecs, and many birds. We also visit the Orchid garden, after which we return to our hotel
for lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit Lemur Island at Vakona Forest Lodge to meet the
resident Lemurs up close! The rest of your afternoon is at leisure – why not take some time to
relax by the pool, enjoy a horse ride, or visit the Private Park of Vakona (horse-riding and
visit to Private park are optional extras).
Accommodation: Vakona Forest Lodge or Andasibe Hotel
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BB=Bed & Breakfast / DBB= Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / FB= Full Board
Day 7 - Andasibe - Antananarivo
After breakfast, we head back to Tana, stopping for lunch at the Reptile & Butterfly farm (lunch
at own expense). Continuing onto Tana, you will be taken to your hotel near the airport for
your last night in Madagascar.
Accommodation: Le Relais des Plateaux
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BB=Bed & Breakfast / DBB= Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / FB= Full Board
Day 8 - Antananarivo
Check out of your hotel & head to Tana airport, for your flight back home.
SAFARI PRICE AND SERVICES
The prices presented here are for mid-range accommodation provided for the duration of the
safari described in this document. The price options for budget and luxury accommodation are
available on request:
2 people travelling
from EUR 2050,00 (1025,00 PP)
4 people travelling
from EUR 3450,00 (860,00 PP)
6 people travelling
from EUR 4995,00 (830,00 PP)
Features Included in Safari Price
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All airport transfers ground transportation and fuel as per the itinerary
Transport in a 4x4 minibus with safari roof (other options on request)
Charter or scheduled local flights where applicable and listed in the itinerary
All park and conservation fees including for the vehicle and driver/ tour
guide
• English speaking driver/ tour guide (other languages on request)
• Accommodation and meal plan as specified
Features Excluded in Safari Price
• All international flights, all flights not specifically listed in the itinerary
• A special language driver/ guide (other language options on request)
• A 4x4 wheel drive vehicle such as a Toyota Land cruiser (other vehicle options on
request)
• Cost of visas
• Travel, medical and personal insurances
• Gratuities and personal requirements
• All other 'Optional Activities' listed in the itinerary (prices on request)
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